James Earl Jones, the highly decorated actor behind the voices of Darth Vader in Star Wars and Mufasa in The Lion King, in addition to countless other film and TV roles, passed away this morning at the age of 93. It didn't take long at all for the tributes to start pouring in.The most heartbreaking of all of them, though, might come from his Star Wars co-star Mark Hamill. Hamill, of course, played Luke Skywalker, the son of Darth Vader, and wrote a simple but fitting tribute: "RIP Dad." #RIP dad đ https://t.co/YXpFoBb2Uaâ Mark Hamill (@MarkHamill) September 9, 2024 Over the span of his career, Jones appeared in more than 80 films and received three Tony Awards, two Emmy Awards, a Grammy Award, and an Honorary Academy Award in 2011. There's an inspiring story behind his voice work too, considering he overcame a severe stutter to become one of the most famous voices in Hollywood.It's little wonder, then, that so many tributes were quick to come in. New York's Empire State Building posted a shot from its Star Wars dynamic light show event earlier this year that displays Darth Vader against the iconic skyscraper. Rest in Peace Lord Vader pic.twitter.com/HsFn5bkQC0â Empire State Building (@EmpireStateBldg) September 9, 2024 Major League Baseball even paid tribute to Jones, citing his baseball-related films Field of Dreams and The Sandlot. The Simpsons, on which Jones appeared three times, shared a sweet remembrance as well.RIP James Earl Jones, the legendary actor who memorably appeared in the iconic baseball movies "Field of Dreams" and "The Sandlot"Jones gave a moving recitation of our National Anthem at the 1993 MLB All-Star Game in Baltimore pic.twitter.com/1rFfxe5IFYâ MLB (@MLB) September 9, 2024 RIP James Earl Jones. This is indeed a disturbing universe. pic.twitter.com/VbLnnUFEoWâ The Simpsons (@Simpsons_tweets) September 9, 2024 Others paid more personal tribute to Jones. Kevin Costner, who starred alongside Jones in Field of Dreams, wrote on Instagram, "That booming voice. That quiet strength. The kindness that he radiated. So much can be said about his legacy, so Iâll just say how thankful I am that part of it includes Field of Dreams."More Hollywood actors, including Colman Domingo and Octavia Spencer, joined in on the celebration of Jones' life and career. "Legendary doesnât even begin to describe his iconic roles and impact on cinema forever," Spencer wrote on Instagram. "His voice and talent will be remembered always."See more tributes to Jones below.Thank you dear James Earl Jones for everything. A master of our craft. We stand on your shoulders. Rest now. You gave us your best. pic.twitter.com/vD0V7y613wâ Colman Domingo (@colmandomingo) September 9, 2024 On behalf of all of us at The Walt Disney Company, we extend our deepest condolences to Disney Legend James Earl Jones' family and loved ones. Rest in Peace. https://t.co/If0bwtElEc pic.twitter.com/R4Kj6rFHKxâ Disney (@Disney) September 9, 2024 James Earl Jones⌠there will never be another of his particular combination of graces.â LeVar Burton (@levarburton) September 9, 2024 Forever and always đ¤ pic.twitter.com/IZAWe5L22aâ Barry Jenkins (@BarryJenkins) September 9, 2024 Besides #StarWars, the first film I remember ever seeing was #Claudine. #JamesEarlJones is a part of my cinematic DNA. Heartbroken doesnât begin to cover it. đ pic.twitter.com/iZmK1tfZbaâ yvette nicole brown (@YNB) September 9, 2024 We are deeply saddened to hear of Jamesâs passing. He was the voice of CNN and our brand for many decades, uniquely conveying through speech instant authority, grace, and decorum. That remarkable voice is just one of many things the world will miss about James. Our thoughts are⌠pic.twitter.com/cdAAY9Ew1Câ CNN Communications (@CNNPR) September 9, 2024
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